Shrouded in history, St Matthew’s Church of England Primary School stands as a beacon of education. For hundreds of years, the area was dominated by Westminster Abbey. Since its early beginnings, St Matthew’s has sought to create a place of belonging. It is also a place of believing and achieving for all its children.
These three core values give the foundation for the school community. They are informed by a Christian understanding of koinonia, faith and wisdom. These shared values have been lived and expressed by the church and school. This has been the case since they were established in the mid-nineteenth century.
St Matthew’s School was built immediately adjacent to the church. The location was in St Ann’s Street. Previously, there had been a Ragged school in Old Pye Street. However, this new school with a church foundation offered a sound education.
Today, the school building has undergone many transformations since it opened in 1858. Visitors are often surprised to see the amount of space and light. This is found behind the big red doors on Old Pye Street.
St Matthew’s School is a thriving one-form entry church school. It is located in the centre of Westminster. The school provides care, guidance and support for its children. St Matthew’s has high expectations and excellent educational opportunities. The inclusive opportunities support the belief that every child matters.
Children’s spiritual, moral, social, emotional and academic development is encapsulated in the school’s motto. The motto is ‘Belonging, Believing, Achieving’. Standards have continued to rise in every key stage. The school continues to develop and grow.
Leaders emphasize the importance of mutual respect and tolerance. This is taught through the curriculum and special events. Pupils enjoy initiatives to celebrate the range of cultural heritages within the school.
The school’s most recent inspection was on 12 July 2023. The overall outcome of the inspection was Good. The quality of education is Good. Behaviour and attitudes are also Good. Personal development is Good. Leadership and management are Good. Early years provision is also rated as Good.
St Matthew’s Primary School welcomes everyone. It fosters an understanding of community in the heart of the city. The school is deeply inspired by its Christian vision. St Matthew’s is a welcoming and joyful community. It is a beacon of hope. It enables pupils and adults to flourish. They aspire to be the best versions of themselves.
Mrs Sarah Maltese is the Principal of St Matthew’s School. The school’s telephone number is 02075040500. The school’s website is http://www.stmwschool.org.uk.
So, as you stand before St Matthew’s Church of England Primary School. Remember its long history and commitment to its core values. The school continues to provide a nurturing and inclusive environment for all its pupils.